1994 Honda Prelude vs. 2013 Volvo S60
To start off, 2013 Volvo S60 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Honda Prelude would be higher. At 3,000 cc (5 cylinders), 2013 Volvo S60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volvo S60 (247 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1994 Honda Prelude. (131 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 1994 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volvo S60 weights approximately 378 kg more than 1994 Honda Prelude. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Volvo S60 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Honda Prelude. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Volvo S60 will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2013 Volvo S60 (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Honda Prelude. (179 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2013 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Honda Prelude | 2013 Volvo S60 | |
Make | Honda | Volvo |
Model | Prelude | S60 |
Year Released | 1994 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | W |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 131 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 179 Nm | 361 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 93 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 1613 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4628 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2097 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1484 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2776 mm |